Specialty

Dr. hecksel specializes in the following:

Diagnostic Radiologist

Sub-specialties: Radiologist

Description

Diagnostic radiologists are physicians who use imaging technologies such as X-rays, ultrasound results, computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans to diagnose diseases. The field is highly competitive, and diagnostic radiologists must complete 5 years of training after medical school to learn the science and technology of the field. Diagnostic radiology also includes nuclear medicine, which deals with using radioactive materials to treat diseases.

Education

Dr. hecksel was educated at the following institutions:

Medical School Attended:

michigan state university college of human medicine

Year of Graduation:

2006

Licensing

Dr. hecksel received medical licensing as follows:

Medical License:

Received in 2007

State Medical License:

Issued in the state of Michigan

Insurance

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Background

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Disciplinary Actions:

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Diagnostic radiology uses technology to create medical images and test results to aid in diagnosing a wide range of conditions. Diagnostic radiology includes nuclear medicine, which is the study of radioactive materials to treat diseases.

What is a diagnostic radiologist and what do they do?

Diagnostic radiologists are physicians who use imaging technology to help achieve a diagnosis for patients. Among the tools are X-rays, ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans.

A highly competitive field, diagnostic radiology requires doctors to complete five years of additional training after medical school. During training, diagnostic radiologists must learn the complex science and technology required of the specialty.

What are some of the testing and examination methods used in diagnostic radiology?

MRI– Also known as “magnetic resonance imaging,” an MRI is a noninvasive diagnostic test in which the physician can see the affected area of the body and surrounding organs in great detail. MRI surrounds the patient with a magnetic field that polarizes elements in the tissues called protons to create a 3-dimensional image. It does not involve radiation, but may involve the use of nonradioactive contrast injected into the patient. The use of a powerful magnet excludes some patients with metal objects in the body, such as pacemakers.

Computed tomography (CT) – These scans use X-rays (radiation) paired with algorithms to create images by rotating X-rays around a patient. This movement captures cross-sectional and longitudinal images that can then be recreated into a full 3-dimensional image of the affected tissues or organs. The process sometimes involves a radiocontrast agent that is typically swallowed or injected into the patient. This agent highlights the images of different parts of the anatomy, allowing the areas of concern to show up better on the imaging screen than surrounding tissues or organs.

Fluoroscopy – An application of X-ray (radiation) imaging in which real-time imaging of movements of organs and functions within the body are captured on video. The process sometimes involves a radiocontrast agent that is typically swallowed or injected into the patient. This agent highlights the images of different parts of the anatomy, allowing the areas of concern to show up better on the imaging screen than surrounding tissues or organs.

Ultrasound – This noninvasive exam uses high-frequency sound waves (nonradioactive) to create images of soft tissues in real time. The quality of the images depends on the skill of the ultrasonographer performing the exam. Ultrasound is the method of choice when observing the fetus in the womb, as it is considered safer than radiography, CT scans and nuclear medicine imaging diagnostic tests.

Nuclear medicine – A technique useful for generating physiological function of certain body parts, organs and tissues. In nuclear medicine exams, a patient receives small amounts of radiopharmaceuticals that are then detected by special cameras that take precise pictures of those areas in the body.

Teleradiology – When images or tests are sent to an off-site radiologist to diagnose a condition. Teleradiology is often key in hospitals, clinics or practices where 24/7 access to a radiologist is necessary to help diagnose patients’ conditions. This is especially helpful when a radiologist isn’t available on site to conduct diagnostic radiology exams.